UK surname
A variant spelling of the German occupational surname Heinze referring to a tenant farmer.
In the 1881 census there were 5 people recorded with the Henes surname, ranking it #33,110 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 8, ranked #37,829, down from #33,110 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to London parishes, Mersea, West and Wigan. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Henes is 115 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 60.0%.
1881 census count
5
Ranked #33,110
Modern count
8
2016, ranked #37,829
Peak year
1861
115 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Henes surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Henes surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 33 | #27,390 |
| 1861 | historical | 115 | #18,880 |
| 1881 | historical | 5 | #33,110 |
| 1891 | historical | 92 | #25,109 |
| 1901 | historical | 20 | #31,803 |
| 1911 | historical | 17 | #31,675 |
| 1997 | modern | 5 | #37,891 |
| 1998 | modern | 8 | #37,334 |
| 1999 | modern | 6 | #37,696 |
| 2000 | modern | 9 | #37,119 |
| 2001 | modern | 7 | #37,293 |
| 2002 | modern | 8 | #37,206 |
| 2003 | modern | 12 | #36,715 |
| 2004 | modern | 11 | #36,969 |
| 2005 | modern | 10 | #37,180 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 7 | #37,687 |
| 2008 | modern | 5 | #38,027 |
| 2009 | modern | 4 | #38,287 |
| 2010 | modern | 3 | #38,552 |
| 2011 | modern | 3 | #38,546 |
| 2012 | modern | 5 | #38,167 |
| 2013 | modern | 6 | #38,049 |
| 2014 | modern | 10 | #37,567 |
| 2015 | modern | 8 | #37,797 |
| 2016 | modern | 8 | #37,829 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around London parishes, Mersea, West, Wigan, St George the Martyr and Gislingham. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 2 | Mersea, West | Essex |
| 3 | Wigan | Lancashire |
| 4 | St George the Martyr | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | Gislingham | Suffolk |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Henes surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Henes, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Henes surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Henes household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Henes is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Henes is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Henes, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HENES has its origins in the Anglo-Saxon and Norman periods of British history. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "henn," meaning "chicken" or "hen." This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, referring to someone who raised or traded in poultry.
The earliest known record of the name dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Henne" in the county of Essex. This spelling variation highlights the evolution of the name over time, likely influenced by regional dialects and scribal errors.
During the 13th century, the name began to appear in various forms, such as "Hene" and "Henes," in various medieval records and charters across England. One notable bearer of the name was William Henes, who was recorded in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1230.
In the 14th century, the surname gained further recognition with the birth of John Henes (c. 1330-1395), a prominent English cleric who served as the Bishop of Worcester from 1376 until his death. His influential role in the Church likely contributed to the wider dissemination of the name.
During the 16th century, the name continued to appear in various historical documents, including parish records and tax rolls. One notable figure from this period was Richard Henes (1545-1619), a wealthy merchant from London who made significant contributions to the city's infrastructure and charitable institutions.
In the 17th century, the name was further established with the birth of Sir Thomas Henes (1609-1682), a prominent English politician and landowner who served as a member of Parliament for several constituencies. His political influence and wealth helped to solidify the name's status within the gentry class.
As the name spread across England and beyond, it encountered various spelling variations, including "Hains," "Haines," and "Haynes." These variations often reflected regional dialects and the preferences of individual families.
Throughout its long history, the surname HENES has been borne by several notable individuals, including the explorer and naturalist Henry Henes (1785-1856), who made significant contributions to the study of flora and fauna in the Americas, and the acclaimed novelist and playwright Mary Henes (1862-1938), whose works explored themes of social justice and gender equality.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Henes surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 4 Henes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.25x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Shoreditch London in Middlesex leads with 3 Henes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 142.86x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Shoreditch London | 3 | 142.86x |
| St Botolph Aldgate London | 1 | 1000.00x |
| Taunton St Mary | 1 | 714.29x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Henes surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 5 people were recorded with the Henes surname. That placed it at #33,110 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 8 in 2016. That gives Henes a modern rank of #37,829.
A variant spelling of the German occupational surname Heinze referring to a tenant farmer.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Henes bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.